Birmingham, Ala. — Harrison Street commits $375 million to launch the private-sector financing service for universities.

Durham, N.C. — EdR will own 90 percent of the $46.1 million project, D.C.-based Javelin 19 will own 10 percent.

White Plains, N.Y. — Ayana Goore will lead the group toward and through new construction and renovation projects.

Tallahassee, Fla. — Residents here can walk to the Florida State campus, enjoy high-end extras.

Burlington, Vt. — Newer halls could keep more students on campus.

Fort Mill, S.C. — The student housing furniture company held the competition to find out how a college student him or herself would design furniture if given the opportunity.

Evansville, Ind. — The new townhouses will accommodate upperclassmen.

Washington — Bond-financed underclassmen halls will aid the university in creating community, attracting future students.

Jacksonville, Fla. — The community was built in 1996.

Los Angeles — The Curve opens this summer.